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Here are the latest Trump news updates from Politico:
Breaking News
- Trump's Impeachment Trial: The Senate is set to begin the impeachment trial of President Trump on January 16, with Chief Justice John Roberts presiding. The trial is expected to last several days, with the House managers presenting their case against Trump and the Senate voting on whether to convict or acquit him. [Politico]
Latest Developments
- Trump's Legal Team: Trump's legal team has been working on a defense strategy, which includes arguing that the impeachment articles are unconstitutional and that Trump did not commit "high crimes and misdemeanors." [Politico]
- Senate Republicans: Senate Republicans are divided on how to approach the impeachment trial, with some calling for witnesses and others opposing them. [Politico]
- Trump's Approval Rating: Trump's approval rating has dropped to 43% in a new CNN poll, with 53% of Americans disapproving of his performance. [Politico]
Analysis
- Trump's Impeachment: Trump's impeachment is a historic moment, marking the first time a U.S. president has been impeached by the House of Representatives. [Politico]
- The Impact on Trump's Legacy: Trump's impeachment could have significant implications for his legacy, with some historians arguing that it will be remembered as a defining moment in his presidency. [Politico]
- The Future of the Republican Party: Trump's impeachment could also have significant implications for the future of the Republican Party, with some arguing that it could lead to a split within the party. [Politico]
Opinion
- Trump's Impeachment: Trump's impeachment is a necessary step to hold him accountable for his actions, writes Politico's Susan Glasser. [Politico]
- The Senate's Role: The Senate has a critical role to play in the impeachment process, writes Politico's Burgess Everett. [Politico]
- The Impact on the Country: Trump's impeachment could have significant implications for the country, writes Politico's Ryan Lizza. [Politico]
Other News
- Trump's Schedule: Trump has a busy schedule ahead of him, with a trip to the Middle East planned for later this month. [Politico]
- Trump's Twitter Account: Trump's Twitter account has been suspended temporarily after he posted a tweet that violated the platform's rules. [Politico]
- Trump's Legal Issues: Trump is facing a number of legal issues, including a lawsuit from the Democratic National Committee and a subpoena from the House Judiciary Committee. [Politico]